Staying in and Digging out

Hey everyone! We finally dug out of here today and actually went out for a little. I had my Upper G.I. test this morning at 8:30, that was a fun ride! Good thing T has a truck, my Passat isn't the greatest in the snow, but then again the only other car I have driven in the snow is a Jetta, so not sure how Volkswagen compares to other cars. Anyway, the test was big time yucky, barium is so gross, yuck, yuck, yuck! I will know how it turned out later on today. But I did see the technician write "no reflux" so that's good news!

My snow day started off with a smoothie (ha, SO not what normal people have on snow days!). This was frozen mixed berries and cherries, a banana, cilantro (which is said to be a natural chelator, I am trying to eliminate any heavy metals in my system), coconut milk, maca, hemp, flax, goji berries, green powder and chia seeds. While T was outside shoveling, the mailman rang the bell to give me a package! My lovely talented friend Julia from Sassy Gourmet and Sassy Kitchen sent me a belated birthday present. For me, presents are welcome at anytime! He he! ;) She baked me some Mini Mint Cocoa Brownie Bites and Mini Banana Hemp Seed Muffins. Why do things taste better when they are mini? Seriously? These were amazing!!! I am a big mint chocolate fan. Chocolate chip mint is my favorite ice cream! Julia's baked goods rock my world! She sent me some a little while back that I reviewed here. Everyone should support her by buying her stuff through her Etsy site, this lady is one talented baker! Gluten Free, Soy Free and Vegan too! You'd never know there isn't gluten in these gems!
This was in the earlier part of the day.. my backyard!
Ginger going for her snowy walk..
My street..
In the woods, walking..
My car!!!



Some snowy videos for your enjoyment..




And the treats (from Julia) I enjoyed afterward: Banana Hemp Muffins and Mint Cocoa Brownies..mmmm!
For dinner T wanted something hot since he was shoveling most of the day. So I made Spelt Pasta with Peas and Parma! I find Spelt doesn't bother my stomach like wheat does. Since T hates the gluten free pastas we both agree Spelt. Since we rarely have pasta, it's a once in awhile treat!
Finally, today my father in law stopped by and brought me some goodies!! He picked up 3 raw chocolate bars at the health food store for me! He is the best! I haven't tried any yet, but I will let you all know how they are.
Have a lovely Valentine's Day everyone! T and I are going to (where else?) Candle 79! Another thing we both agree on, T isn't a fan of gourmet raw food so we meet in the middle on Candle 79. I will post pics on Monday. Also, I will be having another giveaway starting Monday or Wednesday, I haven't decided yet! :) Love!